Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
rubicundus
ID:
750471

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salzm. ex DC.) Luebert

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 677 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749804



Common Names

  • Myriopus rubicundus
  • Rubicundus Myriopus
  • Rubicundus Myriop


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Description

Myriopus rubicundus (also called Rubicund Myriopus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myriopus rubicundus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright blue flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myriopus rubicundus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, long style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriopus rubicundus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Myriopus rubicundus

Myriopus rubicundus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Myriopus rubicundus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriopus rubicundus?

Myriopus rubicundus

What is the common name of Myriopus rubicundus?

Red-flowered myriopus

What is the natural habitat of Myriopus rubicundus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Philipp Salzmann (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salzm.' in the authors string.
Federico Luebert (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luebert' in the authors string.